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Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift/Schedule: Day shift

Department: Nuclear Medicine

Salary Range: $36.86 – $60.51 annually, based on experience and qualifications

About Saratoga Hospital

At Saratoga Hospital, we’ve built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

About the Role

We’re looking for a dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist p erforms tests and examinations in the field of Nuclear Medicine. As a Nuclear Medicine Technolist, you will obtain data used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients as well as accurately recording results of testing. You will follow hospital and Nuclear Medicine policies and guidelines of the New York State Department of Health.

What You’ll Do

+ Administers diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals according to hospital policies & procedures and NYS Department of Health regulations. Reconstitutes and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for patient injection according to protocol and based on patient’s age specific needs.

+ Implements radiation safety procedures and techniques based on radiation safety theory, hospital policies & procedures and NYS Department of Health regulations.

+ Maintains and operates a variety of nuclear medicine equipment and computers to obtain images and patient data. Verifies the creditability of this data before physician interpretation.

+ Reviews patient history and requisitions for pertinent information and adjust diagnostic dosing and imaging protocols accordingly (i.e. body habitus, age specific needs). Explains procedures and process to patients, addresses age specific needs.

+ Provides physicians with pertinent patient information to assist in the interpretation of Nuclear Medicine images.

+ Assists radiologist in the administration of therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.

+ Completes appropriate radiation and equipment QA surveys at the required time intervals (i.e. area surveys, wipe surveys, floods, resolutions, constancy, channel checks, linearity, RAM receipt and disposal, etc.).

+ Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values

+ Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence

+ Perform clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency

+ Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations

+ Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction

+ Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community

What You Bring

+ Associate’s degree in Nuclear Medicine required. Bachelors degree preferred.

+ Currently licensed by the State of New York as a Radiologic Technologist / Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Certification or registration by ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB required, BLS certification required.

+ Strong communication and teamwork skills

+ Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service

+ Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why Saratoga Hospital

+ A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust

+ Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being

+ Comprehensive benefits , including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Click here to view our complete benefits guide. (https://www.albanymed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/2025-Benefits-Guide\_-Web-compressed-copy.pdf)

+ Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System

+ Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs (https://www.discoversaratoga.org/) , known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed—we’d still love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button to submit your resume and complete our online application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply today and discover what makes Saratoga Hospital a special place to grow your career.